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At last the Sony has come up with the new and much improved version of the world’s most preferred handheld gaming device, the PSP. The company revolutionized the portable gaming world when it first launched the original PSP one few years back. That console was very bulky and was not very attractive or ergonomic. So the company launched the Slim n Lite version of the PSP, also called the PSP 2000. This one was really a great improvement over the PSP one as it was 33 percent lighter and 19 percent slimmer. It also offered gamers the option of redirecting the video output towards the TV screen via its video out feature. But still there was something lacking in the console. The new improved features on PSP Slim n Lite were subject to many restrictions. For example; the video out feature of PSP 2000 can be used only with those televisions which support progressive scan. Apart from this, the display of the PSP Slim n Lite was not effective when exposed to direct sunlight. Thus Sony entertainment has once again revised its PSP specifications and created the new version of PSP called, the PlayStation Portable 3000.

The new PSP version is very different from the Slim n Lite model. It has removed many deficiencies in order to deliver incredible graphics, sound quality and other useful functions. The PSP 3000 has been enhanced ergonomically as well. Its contours have been redesigned to make it more comfortable to hold in your hands than the PSP Lite and Slim. The video out feature is also enhanced. Now you can connect the PSP 3000 to non HD TV’s and those ones which do not support the progressive scan mode. Its display is now protected with the anti-glare coating, which makes it an ideal console to use in direct sunlight. The contrast, color and resolution are also improved. Besides this, the PSP 3000 also has a built-in microphone which can be used to communicate with your loved ones via Skype. So altogether these are definitely some long awaited improvements that have made the handheld console even better.

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Since the Sony has announced the next version of its PSP console, the PSP 3000, there has been a lot of controversy regarding its performance and capabilities. There is no doubt the new PSP 3000 has a great screen resolution with anti-glare technology and it supports non progressive, non-HD televisions as well, but when it comes to battery life, questions arise whether its worth purchasing or not. This confusion arose because of the two contradictory statements made by John Koller himself, who is the Director of Hardware Marketing at Sony Computer Entertainment, America.

Initially, Koller said that as the PSP 3000 has an enhanced LCD display in terms of resolution, brightness, contrast and color, it is natural that it will drain out the battery more quickly. According to him the new and enhanced features of PSP 3000 need more battery power than the old PSP Slim n Lite. However, this seems to be logical also. If the PSP fans want something better then they have to bear some additional costs. That may be in the form of the console’s price or battery consumption. If this is the case, then it might make purchasing accessories to increase the battery life, like the Trust PSP Battery Pack, a good idea. According to Koller, the battery life of the new PSP will go down by half an hour. He said that, “There’s a little bit of a larger power draw with the brighter screen. The battery that comes with the PSP-3000 will last about three-and-a-half to four hours.”

But now he is admitting that the Sony’s engineers in Japan are working on this issue and will optimize the battery of the PSP 3000 so that it gives the same amount of entertainment juice as the old PSP. According to his new statement, the PSP 3000 will last for four to six hours while playing games on it and four to five hours if used for watching UMD movies. Still some people say that it is impossible for the gadget to have the same amount of stamina without compromising the display quality. Whether the new PSP’s battery will be a problem or not, remains to be seen.

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The PSP-3000 will be an improvement over the current PSP-2000, and makes slight changes to the design of the Slim and Light PSP, together with the addition of a built-in microphone and high contrast LCD screen. The PSP-3000 with its added high resolution features, and voice input, will offer PSP gamers even more enjoyment.

The PSP-3000 comes with a built-in microphone, which helps immensely in using Skype and other communication tools. There is an additional Video output provided for playing games in interlace format on non HDTVs or non progressive TVs. These can be connected through separately sold cables. The PSP-3000 has 64MB of internal memory. It is also equipped with a 4GB memory stick Pro Duo, which helps one store more games, videos, music and photos. It supports wireless LAN and high speed USB connections. The gaming console has inbuilt speakers and all the essential buttons are provided for a convenient and easy use.

In addition to the boring Piano Black color, the PSP-3000 is now also available in two more colors, including pearl white and mystic silver with a glossy finish. It weighs only 189 grams and measures 69.4 x 18.6 x 17.4 millimeters. The improved screen in the PSP-3000 features a higher contrast, an anti-reflective coating, and a wider color gamut, which further results in sharper, more colorful and brighter images.

It costs around £140, making it slightly more expensive than the PSP Slim Lite 2000 model. The extra and added features easily account for and justify the PSP-3000’s increased cost. The PSP-3000 will be released, with its additional features, around mid October this year. Many PSP owners will no doubt be tempted to upgrade, especially if they frequently use Skype or want an improved screen.

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It’s done. The news spread quickly. Sony unveiled the PSP-3000 at the CG 2008 in Leipzig, which will be available in stores by mid of October The PSP release goes hand in hand with product upgrades and new announcements, which Sony wants to bundle to strengthen its position in the highly competitive market for video games, hardware and entertainment services. The next much anticipated step of the electronic corporation is tomorrows launch of the PS3 80GB.

Although, Sony unveiled a PS3 160GB future version, the PS3 80GB is available for the price of the predecessor costing around £300. The PlayStation 3 had a very difficult childhood and troubled with price and quality. Now, Sony can be proud to present an equal to the Xbox and it is often better in many ways too. Most of the bugs have been fixed, thanks to regularly firmware updates. Tomorrows launch is therefore a fresh start to take on Microsoft.

The redesigned PSP-3000 takes the best of the PSP Slim and Lite and also combines some of the Nintendo DS features such as a microphone for better communication and a much brighter screen. The PS-3000 also supports Skype, which will be running simultaneously to BT’s GO Messenger. There is also WiFi, USB, DC IN and Out as well as video and audio connectors.

Launching the PSP-3000 in October is just right, as Christmas is in the door and Sony plans to bundle some popular games with the PSP. So being patient might be worth it.

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